Christian closes out the first year of Holy City Sinner Radio with discussions about recent celeb sightings, Darius Rucker singing karaoke at a downtown bar, another Democrat enters the District 1 race, restaurant news, concert announcements and so much more. 

 

The show's artwork was created by Grace Lancaster-Goguen ([email protected]). This episode's music is by Tyler Boone (tylerboonemusic.com). The episode was produced by LMC Soundsystem.

Christian discusses Rep. Nancy Mace's cannabis decriminalization bill before talking about a request from Los Angeles museum curators to borrow the John C. Calhoun statue for an upcoming exhibit. Then Christian talks to this week's guest Charleston City Councilmember Mike Seekings, who is also the Chairman of CARTA. He provides several updates, including the recent Route 32 changes along the North Bridge which provides free rides across the bridge for bicyclists and pedestrians. You can learn more at ridecarta.com.

 

The show's artwork was created by Grace Lancaster-Goguen ([email protected]). This episode's music is by Tyler Boone (tylerboonemusic.com). The episode was produced by LMC Soundsystem.

We're talking about the return of the Music Farm, Dr. Annie Andrews announcing her run for Congress, and a legal update on the suspended DD2 board member. Christian then interviews Lindsey Williams, owner and winemaker of the upcoming Charleston Wine Co., the city's first urban winery. She launched Davidson Wine Co. in 2018 in the suburbs of Charlotte. You can learn more at facebook.com/charlestonwineco.

 

The show's artwork was created by Grace Lancaster-Goguen ([email protected]). This episode's music is by Tyler Boone (tylerboonemusic.com). The episode was produced by LMC Soundsystem.

We catch you up on some of the biggest stories over the last few weeks including - Election Day results, the latest on the Murdaugh cases, the return of "The Righteous Gemstones," Senator Lindsey Graham's claim that 40,000 Brazilians are heading for Connecticut "wearing designer clothes and Gucci bags" after illegally crossing the border, and so much more.

 

The show's artwork was created by Grace Lancaster-Goguen ([email protected]). This episode's music is by Tyler Boone (tylerboonemusic.com). The episode was produced by LMC Soundsystem.  

This week's topics - After a quick update about the podcast's recent hiatus, Christian interviews Emily Heintz, the founder of Sèchey, a new Charleston bottle shop featuring alcohol-free spirits, alcohol-removed wine, non-alcoholic beer, and more. Christian and Emily discuss the business, her plans to open a storefront, her upcoming pop-ups, and more. They also sample several of the beverages that are currently available for purchase. You can learn more at www.sechey.com.   Christian then speaks with Stephen Bowden, a Charleston County Public Defender who wants to represent District 10 on the Charleston City Council.Tuesday, November 2nd is Election Day, so Bowden discusses how campaigning has gone and gives his final pitch to voters.You can learn more at www.bowdenforcharleston.com.

 

The show's artwork was created by Grace Lancaster-Goguen ([email protected]). This episode's music is by Tyler Boone (tylerboonemusic.com). The episode was produced by LMC Soundsystem.

This week's topics - The SC Supreme Court ruled the ban on mask mandates in schools is constitutional, however school districts can still require masks; South Carolina has the second-highest rate of child COVID-19 cases in US; Sheriff’s office monitored Jamal Sutherland activists’ social media posts; Dean Stephens signs off from ABC News 4 after 31 years at the station.

Christian then talks to April Budney, president of Old Whaling Co., a local company that handcrafts sea-inspired products for bath, body, and home. You can learn more at www.oldwhalingcompany.com.

 

The show's artwork was created by Grace Lancaster-Goguen ([email protected]). This episode's music is by Tyler Boone (tylerboonemusic.com). The episode was produced by LMC Soundsystem.

This week's topics - Murdaughs (of course); Berkeley County School District officials are investigating a video posted to TikTok which captured a teacher using a racial slur; the South Carolina Supreme Court upheld the Heritage Act, but did make one important change; and Dorchester School District Two board member Barbara Crosby has been suspended from her position pending a criminal investigation into alleged child endangerment.

Christian then talks to Melanie Pasheluk, a Loan Administrator with BCDCOG. Berkeley-Charleston-Dorchester Council of Governments whose objectives are to assist local governments develop local and regional plans within the tri-county region. Melanie talked about the recently extended BCDCG CARES Revolving Loan Fund, which is a way for business owners to obtain low-cost, flexible financing.

You can learn more at https://www.bcdcog.com/economic-development/bcdcog-cares/

 

The show's artwork was created by Grace Lancaster-Goguen ([email protected]). This episode's music is by Tyler Boone (tylerboonemusic.com). The episode was produced by LMC Soundsystem.

South Carolina this past week surpassed 10,000 ‘confirmed’ COVID-19 deaths. The grim milestone came just one day after the state reported one of its deadliest days during the pandemic with 138 new deaths. Christian talks about these latest numbers and the Charleston County School District declaring that any student who shows up to school without a mask will be forced to learn remotely. Christian then discusses Charleston City Council opting against making the city’s Special Commission on Equity, Inclusion and Racial Conciliation a permanent fixture. And, of course, Christian talks about the latest twists and turns in the Murdaugh drama.   Christian then spoke with Katie Blomquist, the founder and executive director of Going Places, a local nonprofit whose mission is to provide disadvantaged kids with their most basic childhood right - a right to joy.

You can learn more at https://www.goingplacesnonprofit.org. You can also reach Katie at [email protected].

 

The show's artwork was created by Grace Lancaster-Goguen ([email protected]). This episode's music is by Tyler Boone (tylerboonemusic.com). The episode was produced by LMC Soundsystem.

Last week we learned that South Carolina topped the entire country for COVID case rates per capita, multiple hospitals were reporting their ICUs were full, and some even called in the National Guard for assistance. Needless to say, this didn't sit well with Christian, who went on a show-opening rant aimed at those who have put us in this situation.    Christian then spoke with Richard Reams, the Director of Development & Marketing at Palmetto Community Care (PCC),the only independent organization in the greater Charleston area with the sole purpose of helping those living with HIV and AIDS navigate a new path forward. Theyalso provide confidential STI testing and guidance. PCC also hosts some popular fundraising events each year like the Charleston Beer Fest and Gay Bingo.

You can learn more at https://palmettocare.org.

 

The show's artwork was created by Grace Lancaster-Goguen ([email protected]). This episode's music is by Tyler Boone (tylerboonemusic.com). The episode was produced by LMC Soundsystem.